The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has called on Nigerians to express their grievances to leaders respectfully, avoiding insults, okaynews.com reports.
Speaking after Eid-el-Fitr prayers on Sunday, the Sultan emphasized, “It is good to always tell our leaders when there is a problem, but in doing so, we should avoid abusive words. If you insult your leader, how can you ask him to do something for you? But if you tell him your problems in a polite manner, I am sure he will listen to you and even do the needful.”
He urged Nigerians to continue praying for their leaders at all levels, including the President, governors, local government chairmen, and lawmakers, so that they may effectively discharge their duties. “You should also continue praying for peace, development, and prosperity in our states and the country at large,” he added.
Congratulating Muslims on completing Ramadan, the Sultan, who also serves as the President General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, advised them to maintain the virtues of the holy month. “Don’t go back to those things that you were doing before the Holy Month of Ramadan,” he cautioned.
He commended Islamic preachers for their decorum during Ramadan Tafsir and encouraged them to maintain this standard. The Sultan also praised Governor Ahmed Aliyu for his Ramadan palliatives for the poor and orphans, as well as the developmental projects in the state.
